2016

Weekly Forex Forecasts: July 25-29, 2016 The following table lists the key economic data and other events that are due out during the week of July 25th – July 29th, with release times displayed for the GMT time zone. The list also includes the current market consensus forecast for each event … Continue reading at […]

2 Popular Inflation Protected “TIPS” Bond ETFs in 2016 (TIP, IPE) nearly $ 24 billion is now invested in TIPS-related ETFs. The structure of TIPS can be confusing and could cost investors money if they don’t understand what they’re investing in. There also could be some misunderstanding about what type of protection … Continue reading […]

Box loss narrows in Q4 earnings, reports 40 percent jump in revenue in 2016 Box reported on Wednesday its fourth quarter and fiscal 2016 year earnings. The company reported a fiscal fourth-quarter loss of 26 cents per share on revenue of $ 85 million (statement). Wall Street was expecting 29 cents per share on a […]

Budget 2016: Why a new additional tax on dividend income may not hit promoters much MUMBAI: The additional 10% tax on dividend income announced in the Budget would not pinch many wealthy promoter groups after all. Promoters of several blue chips hold only a small stake in their individual capacity , through HUFs (Hindu undivided […]

Favorite Stocks of Hedge Funds, Analysts are Big Losers So Far in 2016 If you chose to the follow the money so far in 2016, you’re likely frustrated. Since many investors believe in following the money, you’re certainly not alone. Furthermore, it would be logical to follow what hedge funds are doing, especially if you […]

Budget 2016: Surcharge rate increased from 12% to 15% on income of Rs 1 crore or more In the budget 2016, finance minister has increased the surcharge on income tax levied on individuals earning income of Rs 1 crore or more from 12 per cent at present to 15 per cent. This move is aimed […]

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"The housing bubble will burst rather than gradually deflate, following the rapid and violent pattern of decline of nearly every financial bubble throughout history," Lubaszka says. "Higher interest rates negatively impact not only the health of the housing market but other economic segments as well. The stock market takes a hit because higher rates make it more costly for companies to pay for debt. Higher rates hurt corporate profit margins and reduce stock value, bad news given the deep debt situation so many companies are in today."

Angel investors are high-net worth and accredited individuals that give financial aid to future business owners who are in need of start-up money. They are well-educated, have valuable experience in business, and possess a large sum of money which they invest in exchange for ownership equity. They are usually the best financing option during the early stage of the business. Nowadays, lots of individuals choose to become angel investors. And so when you start your search for the right angel investor, it is important that you know the angel investors definition of each type.

Wherever you look, you will find various rating systems on mutual funds, each of which uses a different approach. All of them are designed to weed through the thousands of funds to get to the best ones. But is there really such a thing? Does a high rating really mean a fund will do better in the future? Many people seem to think so. A recent study showed that Morningstar, North America's most recognized rating system for funds, has a tremendous influence on fund sales. If Morningstar gives a five-star rating, those funds typically enjoy increased sales as a result.